Horse and Jockey in Rutland

A lovely pub when you walk in, very clean with a cozy feel. Food however was terrible had the “tortellini special” which was supermarket bought covered in bland pesto - had no Parmesan so bought me a pot of grated cheddar? Burger was very very poor, cheap bun, charred patty and slice of cheddar. Would not bother wasting my money!

Stopped for lunch - good choice of food and beers with friendly service . Tasty food too which is all you really want! Would return.

Excellent food on two separate evenings. My fish pie was delicious with plenty of fish in it and very fresh cooked to order. Nothing was too much trouble for the friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend the Horse and Jockey.

Lovely setting, friendly staff, good atmosphere, just a really nice place to stop of with family or friends. We usually visit a few times a year especially in the summer and have always enjoyed our time here, sometimes with friends other times with family or just on our own, occasionally have had a meal here and have never been dissapointed, nice to sit or out, new decking outside is useful as it can get bust in the summer and this provides extra space being on two levels. We look forward to our next visit.

This is in such a great spot if you're cycling around Rutland Water; we arrived with only a few minutes to spare before 2.30 and the barman was fabulous, not hurrying us at all. We each had a baguette and shared a bowl of chips; despite being hungry, we could only eat half a baguette each and took the remainder home. What we ate was very good, if a little ordinary. The chips were hot, crispy and very welcome (this was an unseasonably warm day in October but beginning to cloud over at times). The beer was absolutely excellent (Beaver Neck Oil and Ten Fifty). We obviously had a very different experience from some reviewers as everything was clean, the food was good and the staff fabulous. The upper decking looked amazing but we stayed close to our bikes.

Warm and welcoming pub. Friendly atmosphere. Excellent food (I had quiche and mash potato which was delicious). Friendly staff. Really enjoyed the evening.

This was my first time coming to this pub, we were out for a drive so we stopped for a drink ,the atmosphere was awful in the pub ,it was so cold in the pub i came out freezing such a shame as the pub could be a proper gem , I work in a pub and noticed anyone having food had no one come to check back on the food etc ...very poor management and very poor service i definitely wont be stopping again here !

We came here in our campervan expecting electric hook up as there were electric points around the site. After plugging in with no electric we went into the pub and were told the electric had been turned off due to losing money! No one had bothered to mention this when booking. We had an evening meal which was also vey disappointing. Stale bread with the prawn cocktail, fish cakes were mush with no taste and the burger below average. No one asked us how our meal was and at nearly £60 with two drinks, very overpriced. Bar manager very dismissive also. Such a shame as a lovely spot. Certainly wouldn’t recommend.

Having read previous I cannot say I am surprised as the food and hygiene standards seemingly leave much to be desired. Crockery, cutlery, glasses and condiments left out overnight and being cleared today when already 20 degrees! Have witnessed this staying locally we actually haven’t risked it - cannot recommend.

Service from the barman was surly and unwelcoming. No appropriate glasses for the drinks we ordered and toilets were dirty.

We couldn't stay. The restaurant was so dirty we couldn't contemplate eating there. We asked for the table to be cleaned. Staff made a half hearted attempt, flicking pieces of lettuce to the floor before declaring it ready

We come here regularly and eat outside as the food is so delicious. The icing on the cake for us is the service from the staff, most notably a lovely young waitress with the dark hair and lovely big lashes who is incredibly popular and loved by all the punters. We don’t know your name but we love seeing you. Thank you for making us smile and for being so friendly. You’re so young and doing so well. I could never have done your job your age. It’s all about the staff.

Good pub, excellent beer (according to my partner) on offer. We had a dinner there for 3 people. Dog friendly. Food was good, no complaints, exactly what we were expecting. I had an apple pie for pudding that was especially good. Cosy pub, pleasant staff, no issues whatsoever. We were staying in a cottage near by and it was very handy to have a pub on our doorstep. I wouldn't hesitate to eat there again if I'm in the area.

We stayed for two nights on the campsite and quite frankly we were disappointed. No electricity despite the charge of £20 a night; grass was in desperate need of a cut, bin area had stingers growing and rubbish that been there a long time as it was overgrown with grass. The pub stated you could use their loos but they didn’t open til 12 so not ideal…. No separate entrance for these. We did drink and eat in the pub and the service wasn’t brilliant it was like no one really knew what they were doing unfortunately but the food was lovely. It would have been nice to get a discount for campers - this would justify the £20 a night charge. Unfortunately can only give 3 stars due to the lack of love this campsite gets from its owners - such a shame. In my opinion if you put a small toilet/shower block and reinstall the electric and look after the site then you could charge £30 a night and it would be full all summer…. Missing a huge opportunity here.

Not many places open on a Monday night in Rutland for food and drink, so we decided to give the Horse and Jockey a turn, this being our 3rd year in Rutland for the weekend. Was pleasantly surprised by the pub, it was more updated than we imagined. 4 ladies with an appetite, and we decided on a selection of starters, all well presented, hot and tasty. Not sure where the chef is from but the best chicken strips this side of the Atlantic! Main courses again, were great portion sizes, hot and tasty. The ploughman’s is a great alternative to a hot meal on a summers day. We couldn’t fit a dessert in, although we were tempted. My only ickle ickle criticism was there didn’t seem to be angostura bitters behind the bar so couldn’t have a rock shandy, but the bar boys did their best and I was happy. Definitely will return, good wholesome food at a great price. Unlike some of the overpriced trendy restaurants in Rutland. (See previous reviews) Well done and thank you.

Please double check if you are looking to eat here and need gluten free choices. I am a coeliac and was very ill having had lunch here.

Woeful. Very poor customer welcome, service and response to customer complaint. The food was undercooked, average at best and clearly not home produced (in itself that is not a problem if properly cooked). Pie was undercooked, chips were anemic and peas were overcooked. When asked...

You have a beautiful pub and restaurant in a fabulous village. We called in for supper after what had obviously been a busy day. We all ordered fish and chips as they are always excellent, and were again on this occasion, we just didn’t expect...

Camping with motor home in the field nice location next to pub Water tap and waste over grown so unable to access and bees swarming area . Can’t get to Rutland waters unless on bike

Visited this establishment as wanted somewhere different from our usual eating place. Was a quiet lunchtime when we visited. Drinks brought and menu offered - wine selection poor (could do with some better wines being available for those of us that prefer a decent vino)...

We sat outside whilst the men went into the pub to buy the drinks & get the menus. The young inexperienced lad gave a confusing reason why we couldn’t eat outside. So we all came into the pub for lunch. Ordered 2 pies & chips...

Visit twice for lunch, looks a traditional village pub on the outside, modern and comfortable inside, v friendly staff, extensive menu, we ate sandwiches, sausage roll, steak pie and fish stew, well presented, tasty and large portions, served with excellent Grainstore beer. We really enjoyed...

Myself & my friend cycled round Rutland Water & stopped here. A lovely warm welcome despite being VERY muddy! Food was served v quickly & was delicious.

Went for lunch and had a very disappointing experience. Ordered artisan bread to start and it took over 30mins to arrive and when it did the waiter said “we’ve run out of the fancy bread but this will do you” and put a brasket with...

Three of us called in for lunch and after waiting 40 mins I went to see what had happened to our order, as they can get lost. The barman spoke to me in an aggressive, threatening manner and pointed out that he had a party...

We made a lunch booking three weeks ahead to make sure we could be accommodated. Turned up spot on time only to be told that Dan (who confirmed the booking by email) had messed up and not written it in the book. The pub was...

I went in a bike ride with my friend we saw the pub and stopped had two beers and some food I got a club baguette and a scotched egg, between three plate of food we pulled out 5 hairs not our as they were...

We have visited this pub many times over the last few years for either a main meal or coffee and sandwich. On every occasion we’ve had excellent service and good food. The staff are always very friendly and welcoming no matter how busy they are....

Came here for a family meal having travelled a fair distance- which was worth it! Really lovely friendly staff, good food and reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend.

Stopped here for a light lunch on our way to our hotel, lovely food and well kept beer. Manager was very friendly and chatty, obviously takes a pride in the pub and the food/drink he offers. Would have loved to try his main meals but...

Nice food and very relaxed atmosphere, large portions. Staff here got the perfect blend of attentiveness and relaxed attention, allowing us to take our time over our family meal and drinks. Simple swaps like salad for veg were treated with no issues. Portions were adequate...

First time going with my elderly mother.Staff were very patient and accommodating. I had one of the best Steak and Ale pies ever! Service was excellent. Will definitely be going again.

After a mornings bike ride around Rutland water we always stop here for a quick drink and something light to refuel for the remainder of our pedalling - never disappoints - friendly staff - great menu choice - plenty of seating outside too to keep...

Great pub, excellent food and first class front of house team (Olivia was outstanding). We stayed in caravan / camping site, very convenient for trip round Rutland Water

We call at this pub on a Monday evening recently and so glad we did. I haven’t eaten here for a while, and this pub is great. There is now more room inside since the extension, and it’s very warm and comfortable. We opted for...

We stumbled across The Horse & Jockey today. We sat outside in the Autumn sunshine with our dog who was made most welcome. The outside seating area is great. We had salads & baguettes which arrived in good time and were very nice. Horseradish sauce...

Something has changed, maybe it’s new owners, sadly it’s just become a generic pub with expensive, underwhelming food and bland decor….. shame as this used to be a gem. Will not be back in a hurry.

I wish I had read the reviews on here before. After a family bike ride we decided to give the the Horse and Jockey a try (4 Adults and 4 children). The setting of the pub is pleasant and the place generally very well kept...

Despite booking ahead and agreeing to bring our reservation forward by half an hour we weren't expected and had to fend for ourselves and grab two tables near each other. The bar was busy and undermanned - staff were friendly enough but needed twice as...

We visited this pub based on its reputation for good food . The interior has recently been renovated and it has lost its old world charm but still a pleasant enough setting . The staff were friendly and helpful . That is the end of...

good beers and food dog friendly and nice people, Locals are all nice, pub is well decorated and modern

5 staff and no service. Had to fetch menus, call for attention, clear own table. Ordered a bottle of wine, no attempt to open it ( cork) had to ask for it to be opened, staff just left me the corkscrew to do myself. Food...

The pint was good but unfortunately it was gone after more than 45mins wait for our baguettes to arrive and after tasting it we shouldn’t have bothered the baguette was dry and doughy obviously the frozen type which didn’t look like it had enough time...

Worst pub food I have ever eaten in, out of 4 meals 3 were virtually inedible. Seems like the only cooking equipment they have is a deep frier, everything comes out very dark brown colour. Gravy looked like glue and tasted like glue, chicken pie...

We visited last night for a meal with friends and the service was less than adequate. The bar man appeared like he didn’t want to be there. We ordered our food which came and was all correct, however £13 for half a dozen scampi and...

We have eaten at this pub on a few occasions in the past and it has been generally good ,both for service ,quality and price. It was all the more disappointing to find on our recent visit that something has gone awfully wrong with is...

2 hour wait for food on Sunday and it still had not arrived. This was the worst mismanagement of a pub I have ever seen. We were one of many tables that just got up and left

Had the steak and horseradish baguette. White soggy baguette, meagre portion of steak, probably more horseradish than meat, tired portion of salad, dollop of cheap coleslaw. Children’s food looked better, probably can’t go too wrong with fish fingers , although the peas were over cooked...

Visited for lunch yesterday as were in the village. I had Greek salad and asked for some red onion please. Daughter had prawn baguette and chips. When the food came out I was told ‘sorry we don’t have red onion’ which I thought was odd...

We came across the Horse and Jockey while away in our campervan. We were actually intending staying on a site near to the pub but we called in for a drink and discovered they had there own campsite so we stayed for two nights and...

A friend kindly took me out for lunch and booked a table here. We both chose the fish and chips. It was the smallest, thinest piece of haddock I've ever had. Obviously been precooked then refried which left it dry, crispy, and almost impossible to...

Service rubbish food nothing special asked for prawn cocktail on the menu no prawns young lad served our food dropped some on the floor picked up tomato but left all the sauce & lettuce on the floor had to go to the bar to get...

Lunchtime visit, nice seating outside and terrace. Chicken burger was ok. Service was awful. Stood at the bar to order for ages, clueless waiting staff who all looked like it was their first day. Walking past tables of dirty glasses, holding plates wrong and putting...

What’s happened to this usually nice pub? We were a pre-booked large table for a Saturday with several kids! The table was booked for 1.30pm but we didn’t get our food till about 3pm! The service was poor & the food was even worse! The...

Basic and uninspiring menu. Chicken strips were over cooked and bland. Beef sandwich was more cheap baguette than beef. Not good. Service wasn’t great, miserable staff. A shame as it’s a lovely village.

After reading reviews we thought this would be a lovely pub to visit with our family visiting from overseas. We were a party of 13,. We were asked to pre book our main meals before arrival, which wasn’t a problem, but didn’t expect them to...

To be frank my heart sank at the menu, uninspired, unimaginative, basic (this was on a Sunday). Overall it was all very poor, there were four of us and we all had something different. Service was sloppy and demonstrated a complete lack of skill and...

Great pub, good food and very friendly staff, lots of seating outside and in, and very happy for dogs to be either inside or out. The occasional chicken (Margaret) adds to the atmosphere! Beer excellent also recommend the sandwiches, enough for one between two.

This is a lovely looking pub in a beautiful location and I have to say just the look and location raised expectations. This was a business meeting - it was sunny and we sat on the new elevated balcony which was great. First - no...

Called on our ride around Rutland water, very friendly welcome and a really modern spotless establishment, the word pub does not do it justice! Definitely worth a visit 😊

We booked to camp. In a tent. For £20 a night I’d expect at the least a toilet, a sink to wash up in and a bin. Instead we got use of the pub toilets during opening hours, no bin, no sink. When I called...

Stopped of at the Horse & Hockey for lunch with friends we ordered 2 Panini with grated cheese 2 Ham & chiken plus a bowl of chips. On picking up the Penini the ingredients fell out onto the plates! When opening the Peninis we found...

this place is in a gorgeous quiet spot, with a great view from the new balcony/terrace. If you fancy a beer definitely go, if you would like to eat, give it a miss. The food we ordered took far too long to come and was...

Had a very pleasant stop for a drink whilst going around the whole reservoir. They have a very pleasant extension on the side.

What can I say? The chips were very good and the sandwiches were OK. The customer service, however, was woeful. When we ordered we were told that food would be an hour. Seven cold baguettes and three portions of chips. In the end it was...

Traveled from Lincolnshire for Sunday dinner waited over an hour for it to be served (3 roast beef 1 roast pork and 1 scampi) all 4 meals were cold roast potatoes were burnt and I could cut the gravy with my knife it was that...

A must visit if cycling around Rutland Water, the food, service and pub are all top class, couldn't fault it, a great find.

Called to check if open and helpful member of staff said not usually busy but best to book for 6.30pm dinner. It was obviously popular as it filled up by around 8pm. Good atmosphere about the place and friendly staff and welcoming. We both had...

We booked a table for 4 as a treat for mums birthday and it was spoiled for a number of reasons: we sat for a while before we were acknowledged so went to the bar to order a drink for us all and ordered the...

Staying nearby for a short break. Great location close to Rutland Water. Very friendly with a mix of locals and visitors. Great food and real ales, all reasonably priced - also dog friendly.

Booked a table in advance of a cycle trip around Rutland Water. Great welcome in the pub and a pleasant environment for all. A mix of locals, tourists and cyclists I thought. Good range of beers, wines and other beverages. Food was good and very...

We stopped here on our cycle around Rutland water. On the basis of the food and service, is come back any time.

Two lunchtime visits. The interior of the pub was clean and tidy but didn’t feel a lot a character. Main meals were very good on both visits, pie was proper pie with real pastry, not just puff pastry on the top, chips nicely crisp and...

Called for lunch with friends and was very pleased with the warm friendly welcome. A good choice of beers and although a fairly simple menu compared to when we last called pre Covid the food was nevertheless very good. A big thank you to all...

A lot of the pubs around the area seem to shut doors completely at about 3pm for a few hrs. Good job then we found this lovely little pub, they stay open although do stop serving hot food (still do sandwiches fries etc) at 3pm...

Simple formula…ride around RW, pit stop at the H&J for a bowl of chips and some drinks….everyone’s happy! The service was excellent, we waited a few moments for the chips and they were utterly delicious. Great to see a pub thriving and expanding too.

Popped in here a couple of times during our short stay up the road. First visit was for a couple of drinks, they had locally brewed ale from the Grainstore Brewery in Oakham which was very nice. The 2nd visit was for an evening meal,...

On a beautiful day, doing the 23 mile cycling circuit ( for the first time), we had planned to stop off to refresh and consume some calories. We came across The Horse and Jockey, found an outside table and then realised we have 10mins before...

From personal experience at this pub I would say be careful!! This was a busy pub when we called for a short break for a sandwich and a drink. We were brought baguettes as ordered, plus 'chips'. We advised the guy who delivered the chips...

We stopped for a drink sunday lunch time-decided not to stay as was very busy-returned mid week after a long walk- sat outside- enjoyed our drink & location is really nice-friendly helpful staff.

Lovely venue! Pleasant staff and nice beer! We’d visited earlier on in the week and the place was buzzing! Great pub near Rutland Water excellent for cyclists! We decided to try there for Sunday lunch! I’m afraid I can’t recommend! Nice beef and an assortment...

The service was very good, Nice atmosphere to enjoy. The food was good and the wait time wasn’t long and I would recommend to anyone.

We went for dinner and the service was good, the beer good and the food well up to scratch for good pub grub. The pie was beautifully presented🙂

Ate here a few days ago. Had pre-booked for son’s birthday but they had ‘lost’ the reservation despite us having the email confirmation from the manager. They cobbled together an outdoor table by the building site. The food was ok but the service was awful...

Lovely stop off on the Rutland water bike trail. Service was a little slow but it was very busy. The food was gorgeous, lovely rustic bread well worth the stop and plenty of outdoor seating and places to put your bikes.

The limited number of staff were clearly stressed out and our food took over an hour to arrive. We kept being told it would be two minutes. Very disappointing.

On a Sunday afternoon we visited the Horse & Jockey Inn. There is parking in front & lots of space to sit outside. Sunday roast, breaded scampi & spaghetti bolognese were ok, but nothing special. Cannoli were sold out. Good selection of beer & friendly...

We waited over 45 minutes for 4 baguettes and some chips before we enquired at the bar - only to be told there would be at least another 20 minutes of waiting. The orders being delivered to other tables were wrong with missing fillings and...

Went today 10th Aug, and had their scampi and chips, first class. Really good pint of beer and service was very efficient. Renovations are taking place outside of pub but did not distract from this charming pub, very tasteful decorated inside. Definitely would return and...

We’ve eaten here several times before but this time we were really disappointed. The service was poor ( we asked for water at the table twice but it never arrived), the glasses and cups had to go back because they were dirty and the portaloos...

Stopped here for lunch while cycling round Rutland Water. Pub being refurbished so there were only portaloos, which were rather undesirable. Service was at the bar and we had our drinks quickly, not so our meals, We waited over an hour for our meals and...

Fantastic pub , Fantastic food ,friendly staff , in the middle of re-furb but that didnt hamper any service or friendly atmosphere , only down side was porta loos very smelly

It was unfortunate we went on a busy hot Sunday but arrived and wanted to sit outside despite the few umbrellas they had on a hot sunny day. We had to queue each time we wanted a drink and we were planning to eat so...

The beer was good, The Osprey Cask Ale was very nice. The meal wasn’t though, the chips had either been out too long under heat, or had been reheated in a microwave. To me they seemed soft and limp and barely lukewarm. Even worse the...

We were regulars before lockdown and now it's open again and advertising more space and dining areas in the local Rutland magazine we drove 30 miles to the pub, only to find the car park full and the pub being extensive renovations. The pub had...

We visited this pub whilst staying at broccoli bottom guest house close by. It was a couple of weeks ago when there was only outdoor seating allowed, so not sure if it’s changed now, but we had a lovely visit. The pub had a marquee...

Cycled around Rutland Water and had been recommended The Horse and Jockey. I had burger/chips and my wife had scampi/chips - plus a few drinks! Excellent service, food and drink were good and on a sunny day it was great sitting outside. Would return to...

I read a bad review from the past week and I just wanted to say that me and my husband visited the Horse & Jockey at lunch time on Sunday and had a couple of pints and a Baguette each. The atmosphere was delightful, the...

They are currently refurbishing the inside but started serving outside on Wednesday (14th) which was basic but very nice, the young man serving was very friendly and we wish them luck when they fully reopen.

Called for a drink. No table service no track and trace that you was made to do by the government. Staff was not always wearing a mask. Had to queue for a drink and card only which staff had to keep going indoors to get...